Comparison

PixelDesk vs Gridify

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

PixelDesk

This powerful yet user-friendly image editor allows you to arrange layers, crop, resize, and apply filters to your photos. Easily remove backgrounds, draw on images, add text, and share your creations across devices. It's ideal for crafting everything from social media posts to personalized cards.

Highlights
  • Layer-based image arrangement
  • Automatic background removal
  • Drawing and text tools
  • Image filters and effects
  • Precision placement and snapping
  • Social media sharing options
  • iCloud and Dark Mode support
Features
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PixelDesk is a powerful yet easy-to-use general purpose image editor that works across all of your devices (iOS and Mac.) * Arrange images and shapes in layers * Crop, Resize, Scale * Automatic background removal * Choose from dozens of image filters * Draw atop your images using your finger or Apple Pencil * Precision placement with snapping * Apply shadows, stroke and opacity * Rotation * Put text on images in a variety of fonts and styles. * Share your creations on social media or any custom size you choose. * Great for creating all types of content from social media posts to baby announcements to birthday cards. * iCloud support * Dark Mode support * Support for archiving projects to backup or sharing with friends. It's all in the name. PixelDesk is a handy, dependable tool built by an experienced developer with a reputation for solid reliable apps. __________________________ "PixelDesk Unlimited" is an auto-renewable subscription. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can turn off auto-renew up to 24 hours before your next subscription payment is due via your App Store settings page. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use: https://bretlester.com/app_content/imgTool_terms.html Privacy Policy: https://bretlester.com/app_content/imgTool_privacy_policy.html

About

Gridify

Features
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Think Spreadsheets Are Just for Numbers? Think Again! Have you ever imagined that the neat, orderly, and sometimes even boring grid of a spreadsheet could become a canvas for your creativity? Introducing Gridify - Pixel Art Maker, a revolutionary app that will change the way you see spreadsheets forever. It transforms your photos into stunning pixel art masterpieces, presented in a medium you never expected: a spreadsheet file! Unleash a New Form of Art Gridify deconstructs any of your favorite pictures—a selfie, your beloved pet, a majestic landscape—and then, like a digital artist, translates each pixel into a cell filled with a corresponding color. The result is an interactive, shareable work of art, perfectly encapsulated in a standard XLSX file. It's a unique form of digital pointillism for the 21st century! Creating Has Never Been Easier: - Choose Your Canvas: Pick any image from your photo library. - Define Your Detail: Select from various grid sizes to control the complexity of your masterpiece. Whether you want an abstract mosaic style or a detailed portrait, you are in full control. - Witness the Magic: With just a single tap, Gridify gets to work, meticulously "painting" thousands of cells to bring your vision to life. What Can You Do With It? - Surprise and Delight: Send a seemingly "boring" spreadsheet to your friends or colleagues. Imagine their surprise when they open it to reveal a beautiful work of art! - Unique Social Avatars: Create a one-of-a-kind pixelated profile picture that makes you stand out from the crowd. - Relax and Create: Unwind and de-stress by immersing yourself in a fun and incredibly satisfying new way of being creative. - The Ultimate Geek Gift: Craft a personalized pixel art message for that tech-loving friend in your life. Core Features: - Instant Conversion: A powerful algorithm ensures your photos are beautifully translated into pixel art. - Controllable Detail: You have the freedom to choose the level of detail for your generated artwork. - Universal Format Export: Generates standard .XLSX files, perfectly compatible with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Apple Numbers, and more. - Simple and Intuitive Interface: No learning curve. Start creating right away. - Save and Share: Easily manage your creations and share your genius with the world. Your next masterpiece is just a tap away. Download Gridify now and start turning the ordinary into the extraordinary

Screenshots

PixelDesk4 screens
Gridify4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PixelDesk at Free against Gridify's $0.99. Gridify's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

PixelDesk is free to download; Gridify costs $0.99 up front. PixelDesk sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per year. Gridify asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
PixelDesk versus Gridify: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPixelDeskGridify
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.6 (42 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings42 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBret Lester镇 王

In-app purchases

5 purchases

PixelDesk

Subscriptions1
  • PixelDesk Unlimited7 Days trial$17.991 Year
One-time4
  • PixelDesk AI 25 Credits$3.99
  • PixelDesk AI 50 Credits$5.99
  • PixelDesk AI 100 Credits$10.99
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  • PixelDesk Unlimited Lifetime$49.99
None

Gridify

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is PixelDesk free?
PixelDesk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gridify free?
Gridify costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do PixelDesk or Gridify have ads?
Neither PixelDesk nor Gridify shows ads.

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